Red Devils deliver another strong performance under the management of Ruud Van Nistelrooy.
Manchester United drew 1-1 with Chelsea last Sunday at Old Trafford in the 10th round of the Premier League. The goals were scored by Bruno Fernandes, from a penalty, and Caicedo. Get the most accurate football results at live scores app.
The home team entered the match full of expectations. After Erik Ten Hag’s dismissal, club legend Ruud Van Nistelrooy took over as interim coach and made an immediate impact, securing a 5-2 win against Leicester City midweek.
On the field, just like in the previous match, Manchester United showed a dynamic and aggressive approach, pressing their opponent throughout the game. However, they faced a strong Chelsea side. With five wins from ten games in the competition, Enzo Maresca’s team had been playing well and needed a victory to stay close to the league leaders.
Despite an action-packed first half, the goals only came in the second half. In the 23rd minute, Sánchez fouled Hojlund inside the box, and the referee awarded a penalty. Bruno Fernandes stepped up and calmly converted, sending the goalkeeper the wrong way to open the scoring.
Before and after taking the lead, United wasted several clear chances to seal the game, and the old football saying proved true: “if you don’t take your chances, you’ll be punished.” From a corner kick, the ball fell to Caicedo, who struck a beautiful first-time shot to level the score.
With the draw, the Red Devils remain in a precarious position, sitting 13th in the table with 12 points. Chelsea, on the other hand, moved up to 4th place with 18 points, but watched as leaders Liverpool pulled away with 25 points. Get a step ahead with BB Score.
